Tag Archives: walking

Different ways to walk #2

Posted on 16 June, 2010 by Nicki

ORIENTEERING -  normally thought of as a running activity, orienteering is a fun way of getting off the beaten track and getting the kids, family and friends involved.  Following a set of “controls” or clues, using a map and compass … Continue reading →

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Different ways to walk #1

Posted on 15 June, 2010 by Nicki

Walking before you can run is usually a good idea – for some, walking is all you can or want to do.  But don’t think that walking is just simply putting one foot in front of the other – cos … Continue reading →

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Strange things happen when you become a regular walker

Posted on 16 May, 2010 by Nicki

Other than birds trying to kill you, shouty sheep and the occasional mad woman on a bike, once you become a regular walker, positive things can happen.  30 minutes a day on top of your usual moving and shaking is all … Continue reading →

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Race for Life – Help me raise some money?

Posted on 6 May, 2010 by Nicki

Still reeling from the sudden death of our poor old cat – we buried him in a nice sunny spot in the garden as he loved the sun.  Miss him getting under our feet and fining him upside down in … Continue reading →

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Making walking fun for kids

Posted on 5 May, 2010 by Nicki

Bribe them or tell them you’ll never feed them ever again or withdraw all love and warmth – failing that – you could try one of the following: Don’t tell them they are going on a walk – tell them … Continue reading →

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Emotionally eating my SA, it just doesn’t add up!

Posted on 22 April, 2010 by Nicki

Yesterday was a really crappy day and my will power had gone on holiday and left me to fend for myself. I had 2 fried eggs and toast for breakfast, toast and chilli with beans for lunch and a salad … Continue reading →

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WARNING-DEMI RANT; What is “You” time – Discuss…

Posted on 27 February, 2010 by Nicki

Life is busy – I appreciate that and I also get the fact that every one needs some time out.  But its not really that simple for some folk to do this.  Have you ever been told to relax? Or … Continue reading →

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Do you like Fricken Chicassee? Jenny Craig and I do..

Posted on 23 February, 2010 by Nicki

BB prepared/warmed tea up this evening and spoonerism’d it on to the plate. The “chicken Fricassee” was lovely!! I’m coming to the end of the meal replacement trial I’ve done with Jenny Craig – I think there is meant to … Continue reading →

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I googled calories and gardening versus non grocery shopping.

Posted on 8 February, 2010 by Nicki

There are disappointingly more used in the garden, 260 per hour to 160 (approx depending on your weight) – the flip side of this is that you would save money by spending calories planting your veggies to help your healthy lifestyle.  … Continue reading →

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Do you think It would be easier to lose weight if someone else cooked your meals!!??

Posted on 16 January, 2010 by Nicki

The point of my blog is to show people how I am loosing weight and although I have cut out the rubbish (haribo – hmmmm, how I miss them), I am trying to shift the weight through exercise and haven’t really … Continue reading →

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